The Nacho Kids Podcast: Blended Family Lifesaver

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271: Things Changed When She Had Her Own Kid Aug 09, 2024

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Welcome to another episode of the NK Podcast! Today we're diving into a compelling and deeply personal conversation with an anonymous stepmom, who shares her experience navigating the complex dynamics of blended family life. In this episode, anonymous stepmom discusses her struggle with being overprotective, and the challenges posed by her partner's high-conflict ex. We'll explore how she juggles being a step-parent, dealing with traumatic events, and maintaining her mental health through counseling. Join host Lori as she unpacks the nuances of setting boundaries, dealing with disrespect, and finding balance in a stepfamily after this stepmom's decision to step back from certain responsibilities. This episode promises to shed light on the trials and triumphs of blended families and offers valuable insights into creating harmony amidst chaos.

In this episode, we discuss:

When to Nacho
Adding an Ours kid
High-conflict bio-mom
Overwhelmed stepmom

Nacho Kids Academy Success Story:

"This method is absolutely amazing! I had worked with other stepfamily coaches about disengaging and it never worked, so I decided to give this a try. Thank goodness I did! This is so much more than disengaging, that's why it didn't work before! Thank you Lori and David for teaching us how to better our blended lives. I will be forever grateful!" ~ G.V.

270: Stepmom Finally Started Nachoing Aug 02, 2024

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In this episode, Lori talks with Keri, a stepmom of four years who has one bio kid and two stepkids, well technically one stepkid. The other stepkid is not her partner's biological child and stopped coming for visitation about two years ago. This is her second blended family. Her first blend lasted eight years, and Keri was very involved in her stepdaughter's life. After swearing to never date anyone else with kids, she met her now husband and yep, ended up in another blend. And guess what? This blend isn't the same as her first one!

In this episode, we discuss the following:

Moving to be with your partner and their kids
Being a high school teacher and stepmom
Asking your partner to change their visitation schedule
Stepparent communicating with partner's ex
Super stepmom crashes
Finding Nacho!
Adding an ours baby to the blend

Nacho Kids Academy Success Story:

"Coming from a blended family, I thought I wouldn't struggle like most stepmoms do. After all, I have had three stepmoms and two stepdads. I had lots of "experience". Little did I know that my world would be turned upside down two years after our marriage. I found the Nacho Academy through a friend who is a therapist and suggested it after telling her I was ready to give up and that I couldn't do this anymore. I was hesitant at first because of some of the negative stuff I heard, but after listening to one of the courses and crying my eyes out, I knew this was my tribe! I knew the negative I had heard about the method was not accurate and this is what I needed. I needed to Nacho and my husband and his kids needed me to Nacho too! It has made a tremendous difference in our blend and I'm excited to continue learning in the Academy from Lori & David." ~ L.G.

269: Billie Tarascio ~ Modern Law Jul 26, 2024

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In this episode, Lori and David talk to family law attorney Billie Tarascio of Modern Law. Billie supports the Nacho method and discusses some family court issues.

In this episode, we discuss the following:

Nacho Kids
Family court challenges
Self-representation

Nacho Kids Academy Success Story:

"My son and his new wife are a blended family. I joined the Academy in hopes of learning things to help them navigate their blend. It was absolutely amazing the amount of content in the Academy! I decided to gift my son and his new wife a year-long membership. They are putting Nacho into place in their home and are so much happier and feel they have hope they didn't have before! Thanks, Lori and David, for all you do!" ~ I.W.

268: Perception Is Not Reality Jul 20, 2024

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In this episode, Lori and David talk to two of David's kids about them moving back home after the military, Yoo Hoo gate, and how they viewed things as stepkids.

In this episode, we discuss the following:

Rebounding stepkids
Yoo Hoo gate
Perception

Nacho Kids Academy Success Story:

"I have never been so happy in our blend! This Nacho stuff is awesome! If you are debating on joining the Academy, don't debate any longer, do it today. You will not regret it! It's life-changing!" ~ A.N.

267: When Will The Stepparent Love My Kid Like Their Own Jul 12, 2024

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Welcome back to the Nacho Kids Podcast, Episode 267. Today, Lori, David, and our iconic Nacho Intro Lady dive into the challenges of stepfamilies, starting with the important question: "When will my partner love my kid like their own?" Tune in as we explore the common struggles faced by blended families, share real feedback from our latest Nacho Kids Boot Camp Challenge, and address listener questions about step-parenting dynamics, from the usefulness of "nachoing" from day one to managing deep-seated resentments towards stepchildren. Whether you are new to stepfamily life or looking to improve your current situation, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice. Stick around for some heartfelt tips on navigating your blended family journey with patience, understanding, and a sprinkle of humor. Remember, life is good when you Nacho!

In this episode, we discuss the following:

Relationship between stepparent and stepkid
What if the bio parent doesn't step up
What if you hate your stepkid and have zero desire to fix it
Should you Nacho from the beginning or wait until things cause stress

Nacho Kids Academy Success Story:

"I hated my life. I had no desire to continue my blended relationship. Then, my partner found Nacho Kids while listening to podcast and decided we should join the Academy together. Three months later, our lives are so much better! It was the best decision we ever made. We are creating a happy healthy blended family now thanks to Nacho!" ~ E.R.

266: Lori & David Answer Nacho Questions Jul 05, 2024

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In this episode, Lori and David answer questions submitted by followers. These questions are based solely on the question without having any details of the person's dynamics.

In this episode, we discuss the following:

How do you get a Disneyland parent to stop guilt parenting?

How to get your grown up stepkid to allow you to see the grandchildren more?
How do you nacho stuff that directly affects you?!
Does it get better after they all turn 18?
Is blending always this hard?

Nacho Kids Academy Success Story:

"I just finished the Nacho Kids Guided Bootcamp. I am shocked at how much I learned in just a few minutes a day! This was a treasure of information that has already started to improve our blend! God Bless you, Lori and David, for everything you do to help stepfamilies. You are your method are amazing!" ~ P.C. - stepdad from Florida

265: Struggling Stepdad Needs Nacho Jun 28, 2024

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In this episode, Lori, founder of Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting, talks to Stepdad Sean. Sean has been blending for over two years. His biological kids are no longer at home, and he has three stepsons who all live in the house. Sean has raised his kids and doesn't feel he should have to help raise the stepkids. The stepkids have poor manners and are a bit spoiled. He fights for that parental role because he doesn't understand being a husband without being a parent.

In this episode, we discuss the following:

Preparing didn't help
Adult bio kids and teenage stepkids
Not wanting to raise someone else's kids
Fighting for control
Hugely different parenting styles

Nacho Kids Academy Success Story:

"This Nacho stuff is completely opposite of what everyone told us to do. We were struggling and decided what the heck. We did still love each other and made the decision to give this Nacho thing a try. Three months later, we are ALL happier and in a much better place. Life really is good when you Nacho!" ~ J.B.S.

264: Krista St. Germain ~ Navigating Grief In Blended Families Jun 21, 2024

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In this episode, Lori, founder of Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting, speaks with Krista St-Germain about navigating grief as a stepparent. As a widow, stepkid, and stepparent, Krista shares her journey and wisdom. Her stepdad stayed in his lane and her stepmom was a little more authoritative.

In this episode, we discuss the following:

Supporting a partner when you have different parenting views
Secondary losses
Five stages of grief
Time in relation to grief
Respecting previous relationships

Nacho Kids Academy Success Story:

"I can't believe how much better our lives are because of Nacho Parenting!" ~ E.V.

263: Rachel King ~ Family Law Attorney Jun 14, 2024

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In this episode, Lori, founder of Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting, speaks with family law attorney Rachel King. Rachel has been practicing family law for over 10 years. Her parents divorced when she was very young. Rachel shares her story of being a stepkid with us.

In this episode, we discuss the following:

Bashing the other parent
Being forced to call stepmom "mom"
Differences in parenting in different homes
Parentification
Co-parenting

Nacho Kids Academy Success Story:

"As a child of divorce, I thought I would have an easy time being a stepdad. I was so wrong. Being a stepdad is the hardest thing I've ever had to work on. I thought I'd come in and be "dad," which resulted in many fights. I heard about Nacho through a lawyer friend. They recommended I join the Nacho Academy. I'm so glad I listened to them! Through the Nacho Academy, I learned what I did wrong. I worked on repairing my relationship with my stepson, and we are now in a much better place. Thank you, Nacho, for saving our blend!" ~ E.W.

262: "Every Other Weekend" ~ Superior Court Judge Anthony J. Mohr Jun 07, 2024

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In this episode, Lori, founder of Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting, talks to Anthony J. Mohr. Anthony's father, Gerald Mohr, was a well-known radio actor before slipping to the Hollywood B-list thanks to the advent of television. Accepting the lead in a dying Swedish TV series, he fell for the script girl and divorced Mohr's mother, who went on to meet and marry another divorced person, credit card industry pioneer Stanley Dashew.

As his stepfather's career rose and his biological father's eased downward, Anthony tried to find his place. One weekend, he was sailing on his stepfather's fifty-eight-foot catamaran; the next, his Swedish stepmother told him that they were poor. Coming of age in a time when divorce was rare and viewed as shocking, Anthony lived at the edges of what others regard as a dream world, a place where reality and fantasy blend, maps lead to the homes of the stars, and obstacles abound.

In this episode, we discuss the following:

Being a child of divorce
Two different lives
Fighting in front of the kids
Building bonds

Nacho Kids Academy Success Story:

"As a licensed therapist, a patient mentioned Nacho to me. I was intrigued. I looked into this Nacho method, and I must say it is genius! I am now referring all my stepfamily clients to the Academy!" ~ T.G.

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